Name: Olympus Stylus SP-100
Brand: Olympus

Technical Specifications of Olympus Stylus SP-100

Overall score

5.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.

When it matters: When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Sensor & Image

5.2

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Sensor size

What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Full frame or larger

Main camera megapixels

What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). A higher resolution can capture more detail.

When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 MP

Main camera pixel size

What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.

When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 µm

Base ISO

What it is: The native ISO setting that delivers the sensor’s standard balance of image quality and dynamic range.

When it matters: When you want the best native image quality and compare cameras at their most optimal sensitivity setting.

Importance: LOW

Max ISO

What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least ISO 25,600

Photo Features

5.3

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Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which interchangeable lenses the camera can use.

When it matters: When lens availability, upgrade options, and long-term system compatibility are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Built-in focus motor

What it is: Indicates whether the camera body includes an internal autofocus motor for driving compatible lenses.

When it matters: When you plan to use older or budget lenses that depend on the camera body for autofocus drive.

Importance: LOW

N. of focus points

What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.

When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 200 points

Phase-detection autofocus (photos)

What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.

When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

Importance: HIGH

AF tracking

What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.

When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

Importance: MEDIUM

Video & Audio

5.4

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Max video resolution

What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.

When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3840 px

Video bitrate

What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.

When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 200 Mbps

Video bit depth

What it is: The number of bits used per color channel in recorded video, affecting gradation smoothness and editing flexibility.

When it matters: When you color grade video and want smoother gradients with fewer banding issues.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 10-bit

Video chroma subsampling

What it is: The color sampling format used in video recording, indicating how much color detail is retained relative to brightness detail.

When it matters: When color grading, keying, or serious post-production work is important in your video workflow.

Importance: LOW

Video codecs

What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.

When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

H.264

Display & Design

5.4

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Type

What it is: The camera type identifies the overall design, such as mirrorless, DSLR, compact, or bridge.

When it matters: When you want a camera style that matches how you shoot, carry, and swap lenses.

Importance: LOW

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Weight

What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.

When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 500 g or less

Width

What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.

When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

Importance: LOW

Height

What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.

When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.

Importance: LOW

Thickness

What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.

When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

Importance: LOW

Battery & Power

5.5

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Battery life (CIPA)

What it is: The official battery endurance estimate measured under CIPA test methodology, usually expressed in shots per charge.

When it matters: When you need realistic expectations for how many shots you can take before carrying a spare battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 400 shots

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

Removable battery

What it is: Indicates whether the camera battery can be removed and replaced by the user.

When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly during a long shoot or replace an aging battery.

Importance: LOW

USB Power Delivery (PD)

What it is: Support for the USB Power Delivery standard for higher-power charging or external power supply over USB-C.

When it matters: When you want faster USB-C charging or the ability to power the camera externally for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

Connectivity & Storage

2.8

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Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera has built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer, remote control, or network features.

When it matters: When you want to transfer photos wirelessly, control the camera from a phone, or use supported network workflows.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi version

What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.

When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera supports Bluetooth for pairing, remote control, or file transfer.

When it matters: When you want quick wireless pairing with a phone, remote control, or location syncing.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: The Bluetooth version supported by the camera for wireless pairing and low-power connections.

When it matters: When you want more efficient wireless pairing, better range, or newer Bluetooth features.

Importance: LOW

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USB Type-C

What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.

When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

Olympus Stylus SP-100 vs the average camera

Why is Olympus Stylus SP-100 better than the average camera?

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Better viewfinder type
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
What it is: The type of viewfinder the camera uses to frame the shot, such as optical, electronic, hybrid, or none.
When it matters: When you strongly prefer the clarity of an optical finder, the preview benefits of an electronic one, or no viewfinder at all.
Importance: MEDIUM
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).electronic vs none
Uses a BSI sensor
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
Back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
What it is: Indicates the use of a Back-Side Illuminated sensor, which arranges the wiring behind the light-receiving surface to improve low-light sensitivity.
When it matters: When you take photos in dim environments and need better light sensitivity.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
Supports slow-motion video
Olympus Stylus SP-100 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
Supports up to 240 fps high-speed video.
What it is: The ability to record at high frame rates so motion can be played back more slowly than real time.
When it matters: When you want to emphasize fast action, movement details, or dramatic moments in playback.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
Built-in timelapse
Olympus Stylus SP-100 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
What it is: A mode that captures frames at set intervals so long events can be played back as accelerated video.
When it matters: When you want to show long processes like sunsets, clouds, or city movement in a short finished clip.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
230 mAh larger battery capacity
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1350 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.
Importance: LOW
Good value: At least 1,500 mAh
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1350 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.1350 mAh vs 1120 mAh
0.04 GB more storage
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
What it is: The total built-in space available for apps, media, and files.
When it matters: When you keep large libraries of photos, videos, and apps directly on your device.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.0.037 GB vs 0 GB
1.3 fps faster mechanical burst
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (7 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
What it is: The maximum burst rate the camera can achieve using its mechanical shutter, measured in frames per second.
When it matters: When you photograph sports, wildlife, or action and want more chances to catch the exact moment.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least 10 fps
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (7 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.7 fps vs 5.7 fps
Better viewfinder type
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
Uses a BSI sensor
Olympus Stylus SP-100 uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
1.3 fps faster mechanical burst
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a faster mechanical burst rate than the average camera (7 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
Supports slow-motion video
Olympus Stylus SP-100 supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
Built-in timelapse
Olympus Stylus SP-100 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
230 mAh larger battery capacity
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1350 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
0.04 GB more storage
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.

Connectivity & Storage

Why is Olympus Stylus SP-100 worse than the average camera?

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No hot shoe
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
1440000 dots lower EVF resolution
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (920000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
49.1% heavier
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is heavier than the average camera (589 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
87.2 mm thicker
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is thicker than the average camera (133.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
17.4 mm taller body
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is taller than the average camera (91.3 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
Smaller sensor
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
2 µm smaller sensor pixels
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
0.2 MP lower sensor resolution
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
12500 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (12800 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
No RAW photo capture
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
Smaller sensor
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: Full frame or larger
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).1/2.3" vs APS-C
2 µm smaller sensor pixels
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.
When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 3.5 µm
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
No hot shoe
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
What it is: A mounting interface on top of the camera for attaching accessories such as flashes, triggers, or microphones.
When it matters: When you want to mount an external flash, trigger, microphone, or other camera-top accessory.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
1440000 dots lower EVF resolution
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (920000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
What it is: The pixel or dot resolution of the electronic viewfinder, which affects sharpness and clarity while composing shots.
When it matters: When you compose through an electronic viewfinder and want a sharper, more detailed preview of the scene.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least 2.36 million dots
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (920000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.920000 dots vs 2360000 dots
No RAW photo capture
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
What it is: The ability to save images in an uncompressed RAW format, preserving all sensor data for advanced post-processing.
When it matters: When you plan to edit your photos professionally and need the most data possible.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
49.1% heavier
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is heavier than the average camera (589 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.
When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: 500 g or less
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is heavier than the average camera (589 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.589 g vs 395 g
0.2 MP lower sensor resolution
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). A higher resolution can capture more detail.
When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 20 MP
Olympus Stylus SP-100 has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.16 MP vs 16.2 MP
87.2 mm thicker
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is thicker than the average camera (133.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.
When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.
Importance: LOW
Olympus Stylus SP-100 is thicker than the average camera (133.2 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.133.2 mm vs 46 mm

Expert reviews

ephotozine.com

25/06/2014

Summary of the review

Olympus Stylus SP-100EE Review

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is a budget-friendly bridge camera featuring a 50x optical zoom lens (24-1200mm equivalent) and a unique "Dot Sight" framing assist system designed for tracking distant, moving subjects. ePHOTOzine highlights the camera's comfortable grip, fast autofocus, 60fps Full HD video, and effective 5-axis stabilization as key pros, making it a good value proposition for outdoor photographers. Conversely, the review notes significant cons, including soft and over-processed image quality, particularly at maximum zoom, due to aggressive noise reduction on the 16-megapixel sensor. The model also lacks modern features such as built-in Wi-Fi, a tilting LCD, and RAW shooting capabilities, limiting its appeal for users seeking high-end image performance.

uk.pcmag.com

17/06/2014

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Olympus Stylus SP-100 Review

The Olympus Stylus SP-100 is a bridge-style superzoom camera featuring a massive 50x zoom lens that handles everything from wide landscapes to distant wildlife. Retailing at an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, it stands out for its fast focus speeds—locking in at 0.1 seconds at wide-angle and 0.7 seconds at maximum telephoto—as well as its responsive 8.3fps high-speed burst mode. Key strengths highlighted in the review include its sharp 921k-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF), crisp 1080p60 video capture, and a highly innovative built-in red dot sight framing assist system, which helps photographers quickly locate and track subjects when zoomed in deeply. However, the camera falls short of its competitors in several critical areas, particularly regarding image quality and connectivity. The biggest drawback is that photos suffer from a distinct waxy quality that washes away natural fine textures, even at the base ISO level. Furthermore, the SP-100 lacks modern built-in Wi-Fi, raw shooting capabilities, and weather-sealed protection—all of which are standard features found on the slightly more expensive Fujifilm FinePix S1. Additional minor inconveniences include the absence of a...

cnet.com

10/07/2014

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Olympus Stylus SP-100 review: Unique tracking system makes this megazoom stand out

The Olympus Stylus SP-100 (also known as the SP-100EE) is a bridge-style megazoom camera defined by its unique, built-in dot-sight targeting system, which utilizes a semi-transparent mirror stashed beneath the flash to project crosshairs. This inventive feature serves as a major problem-solver for zoom enthusiasts, making it remarkably easy to track and frame moving targets—such as wildlife or athletes—at its maximum 50x (24-1,200mm equivalent) focal range without having to zoom out to find them. Built around a 16-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a TruePic VII image processor, the camera features a 920K-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) ergonomically designed to prevent your face from smashing against the 3-inch 460K-dot LCD. It provides reasonably fast performance, sporting a low shutter lag of 0.2 seconds and a burst mode capable of shooting up to 7 frames per second. It also marks a welcome return to manual and semi-manual shooting controls for the Olympus SP series. However, despite its $400 launch price, the SP-100 heavily compromises on several features common among its core competitors, such as the Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Nikon Coolpix P600. Notable...

dpreview.com

16/06/2014

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Olympus Stylus SP-100EE Real-world Samples

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is a bridge camera featuring a 50x optical zoom (24-1200mm equivalent) and a unique "Eagle Eye" dot-sight to assist in tracking distant subjects, supported by lens-shift stabilization and 1080/60p video. While offering strong handling and a sharp electronic viewfinder, the camera is limited by a small 1/2.3-inch 16MP sensor that produces over-processed, "waxy" images due to aggressive noise reduction. Major drawbacks include the lack of RAW shooting, no built-in Wi-Fi, and a fixed, non-articulating rear screen.

ephotozine.com

29/01/2014

Summary of the review

Olympus Stylus SP-100EE Hands-On

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is a bridge camera featuring a 50x optical zoom lens (24-1200mm equivalent) and a 16-megapixel sensor, highlighted by a unique "Dot Sight Framing Assist" system for tracking subjects at high zoom. The camera offers a comfortable, DSLR-like grip, a 920k-dot electronic viewfinder, and fast autofocus with a specialized focus limit button, along with 1080p 60p video capabilities. Key disadvantages noted include a fixed, lower-resolution 460k-dot rear screen that lacks touch functionality. Additionally, the tripod socket's placement prevents access to the battery and memory card compartments while mounted.

computerbild.de

08/08/2014

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Olympus Stylus SP-100EE Review

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is a martial-looking bridge camera featuring a massive 50x optical zoom lens with a 24-1200mm equivalent focal range. Its standout pro feature is an innovative, built-in pop-up dot sight (crosshair) that makes tracking and framing distant subjects incredibly easy at maximum telephoto zoom. Other pros include an organized and fast user interface, an electronic viewfinder with a high resolution of 920,000 pixels, a 1cm macro mode, an efficient image stabilizer, and a quick startup time of 1.11 seconds. However, the camera falls behind competitors due to major cons regarding image quality and hardware design. The review notes that photos lack fine detail, especially when using the built-in flash, and show noticeable blurring along the image edges. The camera suffers from an inaccurate white balance and a rigid autofocus, while recorded videos are marred by loud internal zoom noises. Physically, the control dials feel unpolished and can easily shift out of place because they do not click into position firmly. Finally, the camera lacks modern essential travel features, as it does not include built-in Wi-Fi or GPS...

dkamera.de

16/03/2015

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Conclusion | Olympus Stylus SP-100EE Review

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is a highly responsive bridge camera defined by its massive 50x optical zoom lens, covering a 24–1,200mm equivalent focal range. It stands out in its class for an integrated Dot Sight (point visier) featuring a red aiming crosshair, which helps wildlife photographers and plane spotters track fast-moving, distant objects at maximum telephoto range. Performance-wise, the camera excels with an exceptionally fast startup time of under one second and an autofocus system that locks onto targets in just 0.26 seconds in wide-angle settings. Additionally, it captures high-speed burst shots at up to 8.3 frames per second and records highly fluid, high-quality Full HD video at 60 frames per second supported by an effective 5-stop optical and digital "Hybrid" image stabilization system. However, the camera's impressive reach is held back by notable image quality and operational limitations. The small 15.9-megapixel 1/2,3-inch CMOS sensor suffers from aggressive internal image processing, resulting in strong noise filtering and visible loss of detail (smudging) even at lower sensitivity levels like ISO 400 and higher. The 50x zoom lens is also quite dim...

chip.de

12/09/2014

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Olympus SP-100EE (Digital Camera) Review

Overview and Innovative Features The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE bridge camera stands out in the market due to its built-in, pop-up red dot sight designed to help photographers keep track of distant objects. This feature proves highly practical when utilizing the massive 50x optical zoom lens (24 to 1,200 mm equivalent), as a minimal hand shake can easily throw a target out of frame. Weighing nearly 600 grams, the device is fully packed with useful hardware options for composition, such as a high-resolution electronic viewfinder that works efficiently under bright sunlight, 25 diverse scene and motif modes, and full manual PSAM modes for advanced configurations. Operation speeds are notable as well, boasting a snap-ready autofocus system alongside a continuous shooting mode capable of 7,7 frames per second. Performance numbers also showcase a respectable battery stamina, yielding up to 730 shots or 118 minutes of Full-HD video at 60 fps per charge. Significant Drawbacks and Limitations Despite its powerful physical reach, the camera significantly underperforms in raw image quality, achieving only a mediocre rating. Images produced by the 16-megapixel sensor display noticeable...

heise.de

29/01/2014

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Olympus SP-100EE: Ultrazoom with Sniper Dot Sight

The Heise review of the Olympus SP-100EE highlights a 16-megapixel superzoom camera featuring an innovative "Eagle Eye" dot-sight aiming aid, designed to track fast-moving subjects at extreme 50x magnification (24–1200mm equivalent). While the €399 camera provides full manual controls, it lacks RAW support, features a fixed LCD screen, and produces limited image quality due to aggressive noise reduction from the small 1/2.3-inch sensor.

lesnumeriques.com

01/06/2016

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Olympus SP-100EE review: a unique viewfinder perfect for distant subjects

The Olympus SP-100EE is a unique 50x bridge camera scored at 3 out of 5 stars, notably designed for long-focal-length tracking. The camera's standout pro is its innovative "Dot Sight" red-dot targeting system, which functions beautifully to help wildlife photographers frame and track fast-moving subjects out-of-frame without losing track at full zoom. Additional pros include an honorable startup time of just 1 second, snappy autofocus in good lighting, effective 5-axis hybrid stabilization, and a secure DSLR-style grip paired with a useful secondary lens-barrel zoom control. However, the camera falls short in overall performance and functionality beyond its core zoom specialty. A primary con is its disappointing image quality stemming from a small 1/2.3" sensor; images lack sharpness and detail at full resolution, suffering from heavy noise reduction and watercolor-like smudging at ISO 800 and above. Other notable design cons include a low-quality, desaturated electronic viewfinder, a fixed rear LCD screen that lacks touch and tilt capability, a noisy zoom mechanism, the absence of focal length markings on the lens barrel, and a lack of integrated Wi-Fi connectivity.

01net.com

14/03/2012

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Olympus Stylus SP-100EE review: A bridge camera for snipers

The Olympus Stylus SP-100EE is evaluated as a highly specialized bridge camera that stands out from standard superzooms due to its unique "Dot Sight" system. This built-in laser targeting sight helps users easily track and re-acquire fast-moving or distant subjects, such as wildlife or athletes, even when operating at the maximum focal length. The camera features a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor paired with a massive 50x optical zoom lens, mapping an expansive focal range of 24mm to 1200mm. It handles fluidly with a rapid 7 frames-per-second continuous burst mode and captures Full HD video at a smooth 60 frames per second, making it an excellent budget-friendly choice for outdoor motion photography. CNET However, the review points out several notable compromises, particularly regarding image quality and feature sets. The primary drawback is aggressive image noise reduction, which results in a soft, "waxy" texture that lacks fine detail, especially when shooting at higher ISO levels or utilizing the extreme ends of the digital zoom. Additionally, the device lacks a raw image capture mode, which prevents photographers from bypassing this aggressive internal processing. It...

camerarace.com

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Olympus Stylus SP-100 - Review and technical specifications

The Olympus Stylus SP-100 is a bridge camera with an average score of 33, highlighted by strong speed performance, an effective autofocus system for moving subjects, and a capable image stabilizer. Its lightweight, portable design is complemented by good low-light shooting capabilities, although it lacks weather sealing and features a limited 330-shot battery life. Conversely, the camera suffers from poor image quality (scoring 3/100) and very low ergonomic comfort, ranking in the bottom 5% of its class. While its autofocus is a highlight, the overall performance is heavily constrained by these significant technical and ergonomic limitations.

olympistas.org

27/04/2014

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Testing the new Stylus SP-100 EE

However, the camera's extreme focal range comes with noticeable optical compromises. The reviewer noted that at the longest focal lengths, there is a distinct drop-off in both image contrast and fine detail. Additionally, the forum discussion emphasizes a common limitation of the bridge camera category: the reliance on a very tiny sensor. While a smaller sensor is necessary to keep the body compact and the price affordable, it ultimately restricts overall image quality when compared to larger-sensor alternatives.

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